The Technomancer

The AMD Ryzen 7 5700G is an 8-core, 16-thread processor based on the Zen 3 architecture, with a base clock of 3.80 GHz and a boost clock of 4.60 GHz. For a game like The Technomancer, an Action RPG, the CPU’s role is to manage game logic, AI, and physics. The 5700G’s multi-threading capabilities are substantial, as shown by its Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 20755 and a PassMark multithread score of 24419. This headroom is rarely a limiting factor in a game from 2016, which typically relies on fewer threads. Its single-thread performance is also solid, with a Cinebench R23 single-core score of 2930 and a PassMark single-thread score of 3283, ensuring that the primary game thread has ample processing power.

The processor’s 16 MB of L3 cache is fully utilized by the game, but its performance is more than adequate for the workload. The 5700G’s average benchmark score of 25626 places it in the 83rd percentile of all CPUs, meaning it outperforms most processors on the market. Compared to its nearest rivals, the AMD Ryzen 7 6800U (deltaPct -0.3%), the Intel Xeon D-2752TER (deltaPct 0.4%), the Intel Core 5 210H (deltaPct 0.5%), and the AMD Ryzen 5 7640U (deltaPct 0.6%), the 5700G is effectively in the same performance tier, trading places within a single percentage point. This indicates that while the CPU is powerful, it is not an outlier; its performance is consistent with other high-end processors. In the context of this game, the data suggests the CPU is never the bottleneck, as the frame rates are primarily dictated by the graphics settings and resolution.

How This Combo Ranks

The combination of the AMD Ryzen 7 5700G and the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Ti ranks 662nd out of 1656 tested combos in The Technomancer. This places it in the 60th percentile of all tested combinations, which is a strong showing. This rank is not at the very top, which is expected given that many combinations include more powerful, newer GPUs, but it is well above the median. The rank reflects a balanced pairing where the GPU is the primary driver of performance, but the CPU is capable of keeping up without dragging down the overall result. A rank of 662 out of 1656 means that roughly 60% of tested combos perform better, but it also means it outperforms the bottom 40% of systems, which is a solid position for a high-refresh-rate 1440p or entry-level 4K machine.

The data indicates this combo is not a top-tier performer for this title, but it is far from a weak one. The CPU’s performance, while not the absolute best, is more than sufficient to feed the RTX 3070 Ti. The GPU’s benchmark score of 30849 places it in the 74th percentile of all GPUs, and its nearest rivals include the AMD Radeon RX 590 GME (deltaPct 0.3%), the AMD Radeon RX 6700 (deltaPct -0.8%), the NVIDIA Quadro M5000 (deltaPct -0.9%), and the NVIDIA GRID M60-1Q (deltaPct -1.2%). This shows the RTX 3070 Ti is competitively positioned within its own performance class, and the combo rank reflects the synergy between a high-end CPU and a high-end GPU. The ranking confirms the fact that this system can handle the game smoothly at most settings, with the only compromises appearing at the highest resolutions and settings.

FAQ

Q: What is the best average frame rate this combo can achieve in The Technomancer?

A: The highest average frame rate recorded is 200 FPS at 1920x1080 with Low settings.

Q: How does the combo perform at 4K resolution with Ultra settings?

A: At 3840x2160 with Ultra settings, the combo achieves an average of 39.3 FPS, which is below the 60 FPS threshold for smooth gameplay.

Q: Is the CPU or the GPU more likely to be the bottleneck in this game?

A: Based on the benchmark data, the GPU is the primary driver of performance. At 1080p Low settings, the frame rate reaches 200 FPS, while at 4K Ultra it drops to 39.3 FPS, indicating that the GPU’s workload scales with resolution and settings, while the CPU’s performance remains constant.

Q: What is the expected frame rate at 2560x1440 with High settings?

A: The average frame rate at 2560x1440 with High settings is 87.9 FPS, which is smooth for most display setups.

Q: How does the RTX 3070 Ti compare to its closest rival, the AMD Radeon RX 6700?

A: The RTX 3070 Ti’s average benchmark score is 30849, which is 0.8% lower than the AMD Radeon RX 6700’s score of 31112.

Q: What is the performance difference between Low and Ultra settings at 1920x1080?

A: The average frame rate drops from 200 FPS at Low settings to 103 FPS at Ultra settings, a decrease of 97 FPS.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured frame rates for this combo show a clear scaling pattern across resolutions and settings. At 1920x1080, the average frame rates are 200 FPS on Low, 158.6 FPS on Medium, 131.4 FPS on High, and 103 FPS on Ultra. This demonstrates that the RTX 3070 Ti has ample headroom for high refresh rates at 1080p, even with the most demanding settings. The drop from Low to Ultra is 97 FPS, which is a significant but expected reduction as the GPU’s shading units, texture mapping units, and render output units are pushed harder.

Moving to 2560x1440, the average frame rates are 132 FPS on Low, 101.2 FPS on Medium, 87.9 FPS on High, and 67.8 FPS on Ultra. This resolution is where the combo’s strength lies, as it is able to maintain frame rates above 60 FPS even at Ultra settings. The gap between Low and Ultra here is 64.2 FPS, showing that the GPU is still the limiting factor but has enough performance to handle the workload. At 3840x2160, the average frame rates are 69.8 FPS on Low, 56.7 FPS on Medium, 49 FPS on High, and 39.3 FPS on Ultra. This is the most demanding resolution, and the data shows that only Low settings achieve a frame rate above 60 FPS. The difference between Low and Ultra at 4K is 30.5 FPS, which is a substantial drop due to the increased pixel count.

The data reveals a consistent pattern: the RTX 3070 Ti’s 8 GB of GDDR6X memory and 608.3 GB/s bandwidth are sufficient for 1080p and 1440p, but at 4K, the GPU’s compute power becomes the bottleneck. The 21.75 TFLOPS of FP32 performance and the 169.9 GPixel/s pixel rate are taxed heavily at 4K, resulting in the lower frame rates observed. The 256-bit memory bus is also a factor, as the higher resolution requires more memory bandwidth to feed the shaders.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Ti is the dominant component in this pairing for The Technomancer. Its 8 GB of GDDR6X memory on a 256-bit bus provides a bandwidth of 608.3 GB/s, which is ample for the game’s textures at 1080p and 1440p. The GPU’s core clock runs at a base of 1575 MHz and boosts up to 1770 MHz, and its 6144 shading units are responsible for the heavy lifting in this game. The GPU’s average benchmark score of 30849 places it in the 74th percentile of all GPUs, and its performance is nearly identical to its nearest rivals, with a delta of less than 1.2% compared to the AMD Radeon RX 590 GME, AMD Radeon RX 6700, NVIDIA Quadro M5000, and NVIDIA GRID M60-1Q.

The GPU’s performance in this game is clearly tied to the resolution and settings. At 1080p, the GPU is underutilized, as evidenced by the 200 FPS average on Low settings. The frame rate scales down as the resolution increases, with the GPU’s pixel fill rate and texture rate becoming limiting factors. The RTX 3070 Ti’s 169.9 GPixel/s pixel rate and 339.8 GTexel/s texture rate are sufficient for smooth gameplay at 1440p High, where it achieves 87.9 FPS. However, at 4K Ultra, the GPU’s 21.75 TFLOPS of compute power is not enough to maintain high frame rates, as the average drops to 39.3 FPS. The data suggests that the RTX 3070 Ti is a capable GPU for this game, but it is best suited for 1080p and 1440p gaming, where it can deliver high frame rates with all settings maxed out.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS data, the optimal settings for this combo depend on the target resolution and desired frame rate. For 1920x1080, all settings are viable, but the Ultra preset at 103 FPS offers the best visual experience without sacrificing smoothness. For players who prefer maximum performance, the Low preset at 200 FPS is available, but the Medium and High presets at 158.6 FPS and 131.4 FPS respectively, provide a better balance of visual fidelity and frame rate. The data shows that at 1080p, the GPU has enough power to handle any settings, so the choice should be based on monitor refresh rate and personal preference.

For 2560x1440, the Ultra preset at 67.8 FPS is still playable, but the High preset at 87.9 FPS is a better choice for a consistently smooth experience. The Medium preset at 101.2 FPS is also excellent for high refresh rate displays. At this resolution, the GPU is more stressed, but it still manages to deliver high frame rates on all presets. For 3840x2160, the data shows that only the Low preset at 69.8 FPS provides a frame rate above 60 FPS. The Medium preset at 56.7 FPS is playable but slightly below the 60 FPS threshold, while the High and Ultra presets at 49 FPS and 39.3 FPS are best avoided for a smooth experience. Therefore, for 4K gaming, the Low preset is the only recommendation, while for 1440p, the High preset is the sweet spot, and for 1080p, the Ultra preset is the best overall choice.